Riverhead weather in December (New York State, United States of America)
How does the December weather in Riverhead compare to other months? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
Typically, December in Riverhead includes low temperatures and high snow/rainfall. December is typically considered a winter month. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -1°C.
Precipitation
Riverhead in December usually receives high snow/rainfall, averaging around 132 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. This month experiences about 12 days of snow/rain according to historical data.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Riverhead. May, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Riverhead climate page with graphs.
Riverhead, monthly averages in December
Min Temperature
-1°C
Max Temperature
8°C
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
132 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Where to go in the United States of America in December
Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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